Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
Introduction
Midlife Wellness Habits (located at Session Road 71, Makati) operates midlifewellnesshabits.info as an editorial platform dedicated to providing evidence-based wellness content for mature adults. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your reading experience.
By accessing our website, you acknowledge and agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You have the right to manage your cookie preferences at any time.
The information on this site is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health decisions.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They are commonly used to remember information about your visit, preferences, and activity. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses—they are simply data storage tools.
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submission.
Status: Always enabled | Your choice: Cannot be disabled
2. Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our site—such as which pages are most popular, how long readers spend on content, and any error messages encountered. This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.
Status: Enabled by default | Your choice: Can be disabled
3. Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember your preferences and settings—such as language preference, text size, and bookmarked articles. They allow us to provide a more personalized reading experience on your return visits.
Status: Enabled by default | Your choice: Can be disabled
4. Analytics Cookies
We use analytics tools to understand reader behavior, track article engagement, and measure the effectiveness of our editorial content. These cookies provide anonymized data that helps us create better wellness articles and guides.
Status: Enabled by default | Your choice: Can be disabled
5. Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your activity across our site and partner websites to show you relevant editorial content and wellness resources. They are used to measure campaign effectiveness and content reach.
Status: Requires consent | Your choice: Opt-in required
How We Use Cookies
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Improving Site Functionality
Ensuring pages load correctly, forms submit properly, and navigation works smoothly.
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Analyzing Reader Engagement
Understanding which wellness articles resonate most with our audience and which topics need more depth.
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Remembering Your Preferences
Storing your reading preferences and settings for a consistent experience across sessions.
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Measuring Editorial Reach
Tracking how our content performs and identifying trends in wellness topics that matter to our readers.
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Preventing Fraud
Protecting our site and readers from malicious activity and unauthorized access.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
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| PHPSESSID | Essential | User session management | Session |
| mwh_preferences | Functional | Stores text size and language preference | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - session tracking | 24 hours |
| mwh_last_visit | Functional | Remembers when you last visited | 90 days |
| mwh_bookmarks | Functional | Stores your bookmarked articles | 1 year |
| _fbp | Marketing | Facebook tracking - content reach | 90 days |
| lidc | Marketing | LinkedIn tracking - content analytics | Session |
Note: Third-party providers (Google Analytics, Facebook, LinkedIn) may place additional cookies on your device. These are subject to their respective privacy policies. We use these tools solely to improve our editorial content and understand reader needs.
Managing Your Cookies
Cookies Preferences
When you first visit our site, a cookie consent banner appears. You can choose to accept all cookies or manage your preferences. You can change these settings at any time using our cookie preference center.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find cookie management options in your browser preferences:
- • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies entirely, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic site operation. However, you can disable performance, functional, analytics, and marketing cookies without affecting core functionality.
Do Not Track (DNT)
If your browser supports Do Not Track signals, we respect your choice. However, not all third-party services honor DNT requests. For maximum control, we recommend adjusting your cookie settings directly in our preference center or your browser.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses services from third-party providers that place their own cookies on your device. These include:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand how readers interact with our wellness articles and editorial content.
Facebook Pixel
Tracks content performance and helps us measure the reach of our editorial work across audiences.
LinkedIn Insight Tag
Measures content engagement and audience demographics for our professional wellness content.
We are not responsible for third-party cookie policies. Please review their privacy policies directly to understand how they handle your data. You can typically opt out of tracking through their respective platforms.
Data Security and Privacy
We take data protection seriously. Cookie data collected through our site is:
- ✓ Encrypted during transmission
- ✓ Stored securely on protected servers
- ✓ Never sold to third parties
- ✓ Retained only as long as necessary
- ✓ Subject to our Privacy Policy
For a complete understanding of how we handle your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Cookies and Children
Our editorial platform is designed for adult readers interested in midlife wellness. We do not intentionally collect cookie data from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that cookies have been collected from a child, we will delete that data promptly. For questions about children's privacy, please contact our editorial team.
Legal Compliance
This Cookie Policy complies with:
- • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- • Electronic Privacy Directive (ePD)
- • Data Protection Laws of the Philippines
Your consent to our cookie use is required before non-essential cookies are placed on your device. You may withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our editorial practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date . We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our cookie practices, or how we handle your data, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help and committed to transparency.
Mailing Address
Midlife Wellness Habits
Privacy Team
Contact us via email for details
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